Sofia

Meaning & Origin

Sofia is the Spanish and Italian spelling variant of Sophia, from the Greek meaning “wisdom.” Both spellings share the exact same root and meaning, but Sofia’s alternate spelling has developed its own strong following internationally.

Popularity

Sofia ranked #9 on the US Social Security Administration’s official 2025 baby names list, tracked separately from the “Sophia” spelling and popular enough in its own right to chart independently.

Nicknames & Variations

• Sofi
• Sophia (alternate spelling)
• Sonya (Slavic variant)

Similar Names

• Sophia
• Isabella
• Olivia
• Valentina

Personality & Trivia

Sofia carries the same graceful, wisdom-rooted charm as Sophia, but its Spanish and Italian spelling gives it a slightly warmer, more romantic feel. It’s especially beloved across Latin America and Southern Europe as a name that feels both regal and familiar.

Famous People Named Sofia

• Sofia Vergara, actress
• Sofia Coppola, filmmaker and Academy Award-winning director
• Sofia Carson, actress and singer
• Queen Sofia of Spain

Quick Facts

• Gender: Girl
• Origin: Greek
• Meaning: Wisdom
• Pronunciation: so-FEE-uh